Obituaries
Edith Marie Durocher Jensen
Jan 17, 2025
Edith Marie Durocher Jensen of Christiansburg, VA passed away Friday, January 17, 2025. She was 84 years old. Born in Nashville, Tennessee in 1940, Edith spent her childhood and teenage years in the Nashville area. After graduating from high school, Edith attended nursing school at Southern College and Madison College, earning a Bachelor’s degree in nursing and becoming a Registered...
Shirley Jane Linkous
Jan 15, 2025
In loving memory of Shirley Jane Linkous, a woman of strong character and vibrant personality. Shirley passed away on January 15, 2025. She was born in Greenbriar County, West Virginia. Her childhood home always held a place of high regard and fond memories for Shirley. After moving with her family to Virginia, Shirley met Harry Linkous, whom she later married...
Larry Eugene Wilson
Jan 14, 2025
Larry Eugene Wilson, 79 of Christiansburg, passed away January 14, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Orvile Snowden Wilson and Margaret Custer Wilson; as well as his brothers, Sherdine, Gary, and Tommy. Larry is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Dora Collins Wilson; sons, Michael Wilson, Jerry Wilson; grandchildren, Haylie Wilson, Andrew Wilson, Madison Potts; great-grandson,...
Peggy Morris
Jan 13, 2025
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Peggy Ann Morris of Christiansburg, VA. She passed away peacefully January 13, 2025 surrounded by loved ones.
She is survived by her devoted husband Marvin C. Morris, children and grandchildren.
We would like to give a special thank you to Skyline Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Floyd, VA.
Until we meet again
We love you
Lonnie Darnell Anthony
Jan 9, 2025
Lonnie Anthony was born on July 6, 1951 in Algoma West Virginia to Betty Anthony and Charles Smith who preceded him in death. His sunset was on January 9, 2025 at Carillon NRV Hospital. He was preceded in death by his wife Gwendolyn Cannaday Anthony of 18 years and son Reginald James Jones II. He is survived by a brother...
Barry Oscar Collins
Jan 9, 2025
Barry Oscar Collins, a beloved figure in the hearts of many, was born on August 28, 1956, in Riner,. He spent his life as a devoted husband, father, and faithful friend, and he left this world on January 9, 2025, at his residence, surrounded by fond memories and the love of family.
As an avid deer hunter, Barry embraced the great...
John Michael Bernasco
Jan 7, 2025
John Michael Bernasco, born on February 17, 1963, departed from this world on January 7, 2025. A loving father, brother, and friend, John touched the lives of many during his time with us.
He is survived by his ex-wife, Kim Bernasco, the mother of his beloved children. John was immensely proud of his son, Christopher Bernasco, and his daughter, Tracey Bernasco....
Bradley Nelson Dean, Sr.
Jan 7, 2025
Bradley Nelson Dean, Sr., 51 of Blacksburg, passed away January 7, 2025. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Edna Dean; father, James Michael Dean, Sr.; brother, Barney Dean; and grandson, Hayden Sewell.
Bradley is survived by his wife, Frances Dean; children, Angie Bourne (Melvin), Ashley, Alyssa Dean, Tori Dean, Bradley Dean, Jr. (Lyanna); step-son, Rusty Huff (Chealsea); grandchildren, Jordan,...
Debra "Debbie" Sue Harless
Jan 5, 2025
Debra "Debbie" Sue Harless, 68, passed on January 5th peacefully at home after a courageous fight against pancreatic cancer. Debbie was preceded in death by her son Matt Harless and parents Harold and Minnie Moses. She leaves behind her daughter Staci (husband Josh); three grand-daughters, Logan, Maddie and Olivia Boone; and sister Cindy Moses.
Debbie, aka "Nana", was a dedicated worker,...
Samuel Henderson Caldwell
Jan 5, 2025
Samuel Henderson Caldwell, 69, peacefully stepped into the gates of Glory on January 5th, 2025 after a long hard fight with Parkinson’s disease.
He was the first born to Samuel Richard and Annie Howard Caldwell on August 25, 1955, who preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death was his daughter, Samantha Dawn Caldwell and his beloved pup Gracie, his...
Laurie Lee Wilson-Hight
Jan 4, 2025
Laurie Lee Wilson-Hight, 61 of Christiansburg, passed away January 4, 2025.
Laurie was preceded in death by her father, Charles C. Wilson; mother, Julieta Lagunas-Wilson; brother, Kurtz Wilson; sister, Charlene Wilson; and father-in-law, Walter L. Hight.
She is survived by her devoted and loving family - husband, Michael A. Hight; son, Joshua C. Hight; nephews, Danny Wilson and wife, Loretta, Roman Wilson...
Alan Dale Rupe
2025
Alan Dale Rupe, a devoted husband and father of five, passed away Friday surrounded by his family, leaving behind a legacy of service to his country, and community through his dedication to law enforcement and his Family.
Alan was born in Radford, Virginia in 1953, where he spent his childhood with family and friends graduating from Radford High School in 1971.
In...
Jane Hall
Dec 29, 2024
Jane Carson Hall, 86, of Christiansburg, Virginia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 29th, 2024 after a brief illness, with family members at her side. Mabel Jane Carson was born on March 3, 1938 in Pulaski, Virginia to Annie Johnson Carson and Richard Griggs Carson. Jane attended Longwood University and built an impressive career at Corning, where she served as...
Donald Ray Jensen
Dec 26, 2024
Donald R. Jensen of Christiansburg, VA passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024. He was 92 years old. Born in Nashville, Tennessee in 1932, Don spent his childhood years in Tennessee and Iowa during the Great Depression and World War II. After graduating from high school, Don earned a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee and a Masters and PhD...
Philip King Wickham
Dec 23, 2024
Philip King Wickham, 83 of Shawsville, passed on December 23, 2024.
Philip grew up in Shawsville, attended Shawsville High School and went on to the University of South Carolina to obtain his Bachelors Degree in banking and finance. After college he served with the 173rd Airborne Brigade in the Vietnam War and then went into commercial banking overseas with Chase Manhattan...
Robert Todd Moore
Dec 20, 2024
Robert “Todd” Moore, 78, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2024 at Friendship Manor in Roanoke, Va. He was born on December 19, 1946, in Montgomery County to John and Sallie Moore. He was a graduate of Christiansburg High School. Todd went on to Concord College in Athens, West Virginia where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in education with...
Dennie Ray Hurst
Dec 19, 2024
A warm wind of heaven blew softly upon Hurst road on December 19th, 2024. The great spirit brought love and peace as pain and suffering ended. Dennie Hurst passed onto heaven surrounded by his loved ones on Thursday morning.
He was a hillbilly mountain man who was born February 16th, 1964 to Sam and Roberta Hurst of Shawsville VA. He was...
Jeffrey Allen Bourne
Dec 18, 2024
Jeffrey Allen Bourne, 53 of Willis, passed away December 18, 2024.
He loved wrestling, playing Nintendo, watching CSI and Matlock. Jeff enjoyed eating his pop tarts and diet soda and he loved everyone, never meeting a stranger. Another of his many loves was Harley Davidsons and Virginia Tech.
Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, Jimmy Darrell Bourne, Sr. and Dorothy...
Ruth Jeanette Spangler Alls
Dec 18, 2024
Ruth Jeanette Spangler Alls, 63 of Shawsville, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister.
She was preceded in death by her father and mother, George Daniel Spangler, Jr. and Edna Marie Blankenship Spangler. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, James T. 'Buddy' Alls; beloved son, Daniel Alls (Haley); beloved...
Sharon Elizabeth Roop
Dec 15, 2024
Sharon “Shy” Elizabeth Roop, 73, of Christiansburg passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024. She was preceded in death by her son, Dustin “Dusty” Roop; parents, Cora Trail Simpkins and Earl Richard Simpkins, Sr.; and brother, Johnny Ray Simpkins.
Survivors include her husband of 52 years, Larry Roop; daughter and partner, Ayesha Roop and Brian Shook; sisters and brother-in-law, Karen Wills...
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